2009 DODGE VIPER Owners Manual

only the Black Air Pump Hose 6 and make sure the
Mode Select Knob 4 is in the Air Mode when inflating
such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The
TIREFIT Sealant is only intended to seal small punc-
tures in the tire tread of a tire on this vehicle.
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough off the road
to avoid the danger of being hit when using the
TIREFIT kit.
•Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the
following circumstances:
If the cut or puncture in the tire tread is approxi-
mately 0.24 in (6 mm) or larger.
If the tire has any sidewall damage.
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WARNING! (Continued)
If the tire has any damage from driving with
extremely low tire pressure.
If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat
tire.
If the wheel has any damage.
If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the
wheel.
•Keep TIREFIT away from open flame or heat source.
•TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have
the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after
using TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h)
until having the tire repaired or replaced.
•A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place
provided.
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WARNING! (Continued)
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you.
WARNING!
•Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to
come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE-
FIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed
through the skin: It causes skin, eye, and respira-
tory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of
water if there is any contact with eyes or skin.
Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is any
contact with clothing.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of
allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician im-
mediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children.
If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with
plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not
induce vomiting! Consult a physician immedi-
ately.
•Use the gloves provided in the Accessory Storage
Compartment 8 when operating the TIREFIT kit.
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TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation
1. Sealant Bottle
2. Pressure Gauge
3. AIR PUMP POWER Button
4. Mode Select Knob5. Power Plug and Cable
6. Air Pump Hose (Black)
7. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap)
8. Accessory Storage Compartment
Using the Mode Select Knob and Hoses
Selecting Air Mode
Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to this position for
air pump operation only. Use the Black Air
Pump Hose 6 when selecting this mode.
Selecting Sealant/Air Mode
Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to this position to
inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to inflate the
tire. Use the Sealant Hose (Clear hose with the
Yellow Cap) 7 when selecting this mode.
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Using the Air Pump Power Button
Push and release the button 3 once to turn ON
the TIREFIT kit. Push and release the button 3
again to turn OFF the TIREFIT kit.
Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT
A. Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT
1. Turn ON the vehicle’s hazard warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the
deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the
valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground.
This will provide the best positioning of the kit when
injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the
air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the
valve stem in this position before proceeding.3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or
in Gear (manual transmission) and turn OFF the ignition.
4. Set the parking brake.
B. Setting Up to Use TIREFIT
1. Remove the gloves from the Accessory Storage Com-
partment 8 and place them on your hands.
2. Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to the Sealant/
Air Mode position.
3. Uncoil the Clear Sealant Hose 7 and then remove the
Yellow Cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
4. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the
deflated tire.
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5. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw
the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 7 onto the valve
stem.
6. Uncoil the Power Plug and Cable 5 and then insert the
plug into the vehicle’s power outlet.
NOTE:Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or
nails) from the tire.
C. Injecting TIREFIT Sealant into the Deflated Tire
1. Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE-
FIT kit.
2. After pressing the AIR PUMP POWER
button 3, the air pump should start to inflate
the tire and the sealant (white fluid) will flow
from the Sealant Bottle 1 through the Sealant
Hose 7 and into the tire.NOTE:Some sealant may leak
out through the puncture in the tire.3.If the sealant Does Not Flow Through the Clear
Sealant Hose 7
•Press the AIR PUMP POWER button 3 to turn OFF
the TIREFIT kit. Disconnect the Clear Sealant Hose 7
from the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is
free of debris. Reconnect the Clear Sealant Hose 7 to
the valve stem. Press the AIR PUMP POWER button
3 to turn ON the TIREFIT kit.
•Turn the Mode Select knob to the Sealant/Air Mode.
•Connect the Power Plug 5 to a different power
outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available.
Make sure the engine is running before turning ON
the TIREFIT kit.
•The Sealant Bottle 1 may be empty due to previous
use. Call for assistance.
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D. After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant
1. Allow the air pump to inflate the tire to the pressure
indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side
latch pillar. Check the pressure in the tire by looking at
the Pressure Gauge 2.
•If the tire inflates to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) within
15 minutes, proceed to Step 2 of this procedure.
•If tire fails to inflate to 26 psi (1.8 bar) within
15 minutes, perform the procedure steps described
under “G. Distributing TIREFIT Sealant to Better
Enable Tire Inflation.”
2. Press the AIR PUMP POWER button 3 to
turn OFF the TIREFIT kit.3. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the
Sealant Bottle 1 and place the sticker on the steering
wheel.
4. Disconnect the Clear Sealant Hose 7 from the valve
stem, reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at the end of
the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Failure to reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at
the end of the Clear Sealant Hose 7 can result in
sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the ve-
hicle interior. It can also result in sealant contacting
internal TIREFIT kit components causing permanent
damage to the kit.
E. Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire
Drive the vehicle for approximately 5 mi (8 km) to ensure
distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire.
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WARNING!
TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the
tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using
TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until
having the tire repaired or replaced. Failure to follow
this warning can result in injuries that are serious or
fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
F. After Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire
1. Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to the Air
Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Black Air Pump Hose 6 and connect it to the
valve stem.
3. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure
Gauge 2.
•If the pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar), the tire is
too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle further. Call for assistance.
•If the pressure is equal to or greater than 19 psi
(1.3 bar), but less than the level indicated on the tire
pressure label, proceed to Step 4 of this procedure.
•If the pressure is at the level indicated on the tire
pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar, proceed
to Step 5 of this procedure.
4. Inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire
pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar.
5. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem and
then reinstall the cap on the valve stem.
6. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the
vehicle.
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7. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the
earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser-
vice center.
8. Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 at your nearest authorized
Moparparts dealership as soon as possible. Refer to “H.
Sealant Bottle Replacement.”
G. Distributing TIREFIT Sealant to Better Enable
Tire Inflation
NOTE:Use this procedure only if directed here from
Step 1 of “D. After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant.”
1. Press the AIR PUMP POWER button 3 to
turn OFF the TIREFIT kit. Then, disconnect the
Clear Sealant Hose 7 from the valve stem,
reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at the
end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Failure to reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at
the end of the Clear Sealant Hose 7 can result in
sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the ve-
hicle interior. It can also result in sealant contacting
internal TIREFIT kit components causing permanent
damage to the kit.
2. Drive the vehicle forward approximately 30 to 50 ft (9
to 15 m) to distribute the sealant more evenly within the
tire.
3. Return to Step 1 of “D. After Injecting TIREFIT Seal-
ant” and attempt to inflate the tire. However, this time, if
the tire fails to inflate to 26 psi (1.8 bar) within 15 min-
utes, the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to
drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.
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